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Notes from the Group Class

Notes from the Group Class

A varied and colourful conversation!

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Rachel Boyce
Jun 29, 2025
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Ever wondered what goes on inside our exclusive English language learning group? For our paid subscribers, Saturday, June 28th, brought another dynamic and insightful conversation class!

If you're looking to elevate your English skills in a supportive, engaging environment, take a peek at what you're missing... but become a paid subscriber to join us in class and in conversation next month.


I. Key Vocabulary & Expressions from Our Discussion

During our free-flowing conversation, we encountered and discussed several useful words and phrases.

  • "Troubled Youth": A term used to describe teenagers experiencing significant and persistent difficulties beyond typical adolescent behaviour, potentially involving legal issues, and often indicating underlying emotional, mental, or social challenges.

  • To immerse / To dive in / To take a deep dive: These expressions all relate to becoming deeply involved in something, particularly a subject or an activity like language learning.

  • "Language Junkie": An informal and humorous term for someone with an extreme and passionate interest in languages, indicating an almost obsessive enthusiasm for language learning.

  • Weakness / Stumbling block: Both terms refer to an obstacle or a difficulty that hinders progress.

  • To stall: To stop or delay progress.

  • "If it feeds the soul": An expression meaning something that brings deep satisfaction, happiness, or fulfilment.

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